Course Overview

About This Course

This course aims to develop the skills and knowledge required for teaching English to non-English speaking learners in a variety of contexts, both in Australia and overseas. It is designed for. During the course you will develop your understanding of essential theory related to Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language, whilst also developing your practical teaching skills in the classroom through supervised classroom teaching practicum.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide

Level 1 29 King William St, ADELAIDE, SA 5000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

$2,200

Duration

Part Time*: 4 terms (approx. 1 year/s); * Part-time option only available for domestic students.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Academic: Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent.(note: university degree is highly recommended) In addition, all applicants must satisfactorily complete the TESOL interview. Please note: To teach in Australia upon completion of this course, applicants are required to have completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline.
English language proficiency requirements:
This Course requires you to be at an Advanced Level or have completed the English Proficiency Skills test with an Overall Minimum Pass Rate. See below requirements to meet an Advanced English Proficiency level: For detailed information please review the documents Minimum Entry Requirements for APC Courses and English Proficiency Tests Comparison chart.
To participate in APC courses students need to have certain technical equipment, software and design equipment. Please check this Technology and Equipment Standard for Students.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

People who are qualified teachers in their own countries but who wish to obtain a qualification in modern, communicative teaching techniques, focusing on the teaching of oral English;
People who are not qualified teachers but who wish to work as teaching assistants or otherwise in their own countries;
People who wish to teach in ELICOS colleges in Australia or EFL (English as a Foreign Language) overseas.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

AITSL (for teaching pathway) / NEAS (for ELICOS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AITSL / VETASSESS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units11 units

TSLPOL401

Prepare to teach lessons for a range of learners

TSLPRW404

Prepare to teach reading and writing skills

TSLPLS403

Prepare to teach speaking and listening skills

TSLPTL405

Prepare to teach target language

TSLTOA401

Teach adult learners of English

TSLTOT402

Teach teenage learners of English

TSLTRW404

Teach reading and writing skills

TSLTLS403

Teach speaking and listening skills

TSLTTL405

Teach target language

Leading Learners (non-award subject)

Preparing Grammar (non-award subject)

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total cost of the Certificate IV in Communicative TESOL?

The estimated total course cost is AU$5,000, which includes AU$4,400 in tuition fees and AU$600 in non-tuition fees.

How long does the Certificate IV in Communicative TESOL take to complete?

The course has a duration of 27 weeks.

In which states is the Certificate IV in Communicative TESOL available?

The course is available across multiple states, with campuses in New South Wales (multiple Sydney locations), Queensland (Brisbane), South Australia (Adelaide), and Victoria (Melbourne).

What field of education does this course fall under?

The Certificate IV in Communicative TESOL falls under the broad field of Education, with a detailed classification of English as a Second Language Teaching (field code 070115).

Is this course eligible for Post-Study Work Rights?

No, this course is not eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights, as it is a Certificate IV qualification and eligibility requires a Skills Level 1 qualification (Bachelor, Masters, or PhD) with a duration of 92 weeks or greater.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $72,000 to $90,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $90,000 to $105,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $105,000 to $125,000 per year

Career Paths

Early Childhood TeacherPrimary School TeacherSecondary School TeacherSpecial Education TeacherTeacher Librarian

Key Skills

Lesson planning and curriculum design aligned to the Australian CurriculumDifferentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needsClassroom management and positive behaviour supportFormative and summative assessment design and analysisInclusive education practices for students with disabilities and additional needs

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